After Multi-Million Dollar Remodel Spa Castle has Reopened

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to spend an entire day cocooned in heat, water, massage, and food, Spa Castle is where that curiosity becomes reality. It’s not just a spa—it’s a sprawling, all-day retreat where every choice is yours: which sauna to try, how long to soak, which treatment to book, and what Korean comfort food to eat in between. The recent remodel has made the experience smoother and brighter, but the essence remains the same: a slightly chaotic, utterly indulgent playground for your body, where time slows, muscles relax, and the only agenda is your own. A general admission day pass gets you in from opening to close—about $65 on weekdays and $80 on weekends for adults, with lower rates for teens and discounted entry for hotel guests.

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Oasis Cafe Serving Breakfast and a Smile

Oasis Café has been feeding Dallas for decades, and it shows in the way the menu reads and the way the food arrives at the table. This is a breakfast-and-lunch café that knows its audience and cooks for it without hesitation. There’s no reinvention here, no trend chasing—just a steady rhythm of plates coming out of the kitchen the same way they always have, which is exactly what keeps the place full.

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Oak & Stone to Open First Texas Location in McKinney Spring 2026

Oak & Stone, the elevated American restaurant known for bold flavors, genuine hospitality, and its self-pour tap wall experience, will make its Texas debut in McKinney in Spring 2026. The restaurant will be located at 8575 W. University Drive, Suite 150, McKinney, TX, welcoming guests for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

Founded in Florida as part of the Artistry Restaurants family, Oak & Stone was built on a simple belief: people don’t just come to eat – they come to have an experience. The brand offers an elevated yet approachable dining experience where guests are invited to slow down and connect while enjoying housemade dishes and a robust drink program

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The World’s Most Unusual and Celebratory Food Festivals

Food festivals can be joyful, strange, reverent, and occasionally a little unhinged—but at their best, they reveal how deeply a single ingredient can shape a community’s identity. Around the world, people gather not just to eat, but to honor the crops, animals, and culinary traditions that have sustained them for centuries. These celebrations transform ordinary ingredients into symbols of pride, creativity, and heritage. From parades held in a guinea pig’s honor to dangerous hill chases after runaway cheese, these festivals show how food can be playful, ceremonial, and even heroic. Each one tells a story of the land, the climate, and the people who have built their culture around what grows—or walks—on it.

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Top Toques Return to Thompson Dallas February 18th Annual Soup’s On Luncheon

The Stewpot’s 18th annual Soup’s On Luncheon and Art Show, presented by H-E-B/Central Market, takes place Monday, February 2, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Thompson Dallas. The event is co-chaired by Cory and Shane Bowen and Ashley and Danny Ellis, with Dale Petroskey, CEO of the Dallas Regional Chamber, as honorary chair.

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Chef RJ Yoakum Named Chef de Cuisine of Sushi Kozy, a Michelin Restaurant

Sushi Kozy has appointed acclaimed chef RJ Yoakum as its new Chef de Cuisine, effective January 3. He will work alongside Chef and Owner Paul Ko, marking an important next step for the intimate Dallas sushi destination.

The appointment reflects Sushi Kozy’s continued focus on seasonality, precision, and a thoughtful, modern interpretation of Japanese dining traditions. The restaurant’s experience is rooted in the principles of kaiseki, Japan’s traditional multi-course cuisine, which emphasizes balance, restraint, and a progression guided by the seasons.

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Get Your Year-Round Turkey Leg Fix in Dallas

Located on Botham Jean Boulevard in Dallas’s Cedars/Southside district, Turkey Leg Paradise is a true mo0m & pop that offers a bit more than meets the eye. The building itself is unpretentious, a simple brick facade with a few picnic tables outside, yet inside, the restaurant exudes a quiet confidence: the smell of smoked meat fills the air, and the atmosphere hums with energy without ever feeling forced.

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Wine Review: Campo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo

Campo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo is an approachable yet sophisticated wine that offers remarkable quality for its price. Typically priced between $10 and $14 per bottle, it delivers balanced flavors and refined structure, making it an excellent choice for both everyday meals and casual entertaining. For a wine under $15, it’s a standout example of how affordability and quality can coexist.

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